Job Description

Now Hiring: Veterinary Assistant

Location: Harris County, TX.
Pay: $16.50 per hour | Weekly Pay.
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours per week | Rotating weekends.
Employment Type: Potential Temp-to-Hire.

Build a Career Helping Animals Every Day.
Openwork is partnering with Harris County to hire a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant . This role offers hands-on experience in a clinical and shelter environment where your work directly supports animal health and community care.

If you are passionate about animal welfare and ready to grow your skills, this is a meaningful opportunity with long-term potential.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and routine procedures.
• Provide daily animal care including feeding, monitoring, and maintaining enclosures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals during exams and diagnostics.
• Support medication administration and basic testing.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized treatment areas.
• Accurately document patient care and observations.
• Assist pet owners with general care guidance.

What You Bring:

• At least 1 year of experience in animal care, veterinary, or shelter environments.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic.

Work Environment:

• Active clinic and shelter setting.
• Exposure to animals, noise, and varying conditions.
• Physically active role requiring lifting up to 50 lbs.

What You’ll Gain:

• Weekly pay.
• Consistent full-time schedule.
• Hands-on veterinary experience.
• Opportunity for long-term placement.
• Meaningful work that supports animal health and the community.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (vacation and sick leave).
• Retirement plan.
• Stable government career opportunity.
• Production and safety bonuses.

Apply Today

Apply now to be considered for this Veterinary Assistant opportunity in Harris County, TX.

About Openwork:

Openwork connects professionals with meaningful work. With over 50 years of experience, we are committed to helping you build a strong and rewarding career.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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